DETROIT - January 9, 2012: Springtime arrives a little early today at
the North American International Auto Show with the introduction of the
2012 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet and Carrera S Cabriolet.

Development of the new, seventh-generation 911 Carrera and Carrera S
Coupes began with a new aluminum-steel body; the Cabriolets continue the
evolution with the addition of an all-new, unique top that retains the
characteristic 911 coupe roof line. The intelligent lightweight design
makes use of magnesium for weight reduction, improved performance and lower
fuel consumption. As with the new 911 coupe, Porsche has managed to make
the new Cabriolet models up to 132 pounds lighter than their
predecessors.

By completely redesigning the convertible top for the new 911 Carrera
models, Porsche engineers created a flexible roof comprised of a heated
glass rear window with three integrated top elements. Comprised of
magnesium bows covered in fabric, they make the convertible top very stable
and particularly light.

Watch the complete Porsche Press Conference

A water channel on the convertible top helps keep rainwater from
dropping into the entry when opening the doors. Actuated by a button on the
center console or by the vehicle key the top and opens or closes in
approximately 13 seconds, at speeds over 30 mph.

2012 Porsche 911 Carrera
Cabriolet

“The USA is and remains an important market for Porsche with good
growth prospects,” said Bernhard Maier, Porsche AG Board of
Management Member for Sales and Marketing. “Detroit was deliberately
chosen for the world premiere of the new 911 Cabrio because the USA is far
and away our largest 911 Cabrio market.” The Coupe variant of the
sports car classic will be available in the USA starting in February 2012
with the Cabriolet following a few months later, providing a fresh
impetus.

The two new Cabriolets feature the same engine as its Carrera Coupe
counterpart. The rear of the 911 Carrera Cabrio houses a 3.4-liter flat
six-cylinder engine generating 350 horsepower (hp) (257 kW) driving the
rear wheels through a seven-gear manual transmission. The open-top Carrera
S comes with a 3.8-liter flat six-cylinder engine developing 400 hp (294
kW) and also has a standard seven-gear manual transmission. The Cabriolets
have the Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) available as an option,
helping to deliver even lower fuel consumption and shorter acceleration
times.

The new, 2012 911 Carrera Cabriolet will sprint to 60 mph in as little
as 4.4 seconds with the optional PDK, accelerating on to its
top-track-speed of 176 mph. The 911 Carrera S Cabriolet with PDK will
perform the same deeds in as little as 4.1 seconds and reaches a
top-track-speed of 185 mph.

With a 3.9-inch longer wheelbase over the outgoing model, a wider front
track and the new electro-mechanical power steering, the new Cabriolets
offer even sportier driving characteristics, greater precision and agility.
Depending on model, there are other standard and optional active control
systems available to further enhance the driving dynamics.

The 911 Carrera Cabriolets will be available later in the spring of
2012. The new 2012 911 Carrera Cabriolet will have a base MSRP of $93,700,
while the 2012 911 Carrera S Cabriolet base MSRP will be $103,800
(excluding destination).

Panamera GTS

The Panamera GTS is the purest expression of a sports sedan in the
Porsche family with a clear focus on performance. The new Panamera GTS is
based on the Panamera 4S and includes more power, upgraded brakes and a
body lowered by ten millimeters with new sportier chassis tuning coupled to
air suspension and Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM). These
technical modifications make the Panamera model even more capable of
cutting it on the race track without sacrificing practicality. The
sportiest of all Panamera models also conveys this to occupants and the
outside world by its striking sound. In terms of looks, the new Panamera
GTS includes distinctive design features at the front, side and rear as
well as black highlights. The interior is also tailored to its sporty
personality with adaptive sports seats, SportDesign steering wheel with
shift paddles and exclusive GTS leather interior with Alcantara
surfaces.

Watch the Panamera GTS promo video

The Panamera GTS powered by a modified 4.8-liter naturally aspirated V8
engine, delivering 430 hp at 6,700 rpm, increasing the output over the
Panamera S/4S by 30 hp. The maximum torque also increases by comparison,
from 369 to 384 lb. ft. At the push of a button, thanks to the standard
Sport Chrono package, the 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK)
transmission transmits the engine output to the all-wheel drive system
without interruption to the power flow. This collaboration enables the
Panamera GTS to sprint to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds, accelerating on to its top
track speed of 178 mph.

The GTS is equipped with the latest Porsche dynamic driving dynamic
control systems, including adaptive air suspension including Porsche Active
Suspension Management (PASM). This system constantly calibrates settings to
suit specific driving challenges, from regulating leveling, height and
spring rate to electronic damping. With the suspension set at
“Normal,” the GTS sits an aggressive ten millimeters lower than
any other Panamera model.

The distinctive sound of a Porsche engine is music to any enthusiasts'
ears, and the Panamera GTS adds a new dimension for appreciating the GTS
exhaust notes at the push of a button. The Porsche Sound Symposer is an
acoustic channel that picks up the intake vibrations between the throttle
valve and the air filter, transmitting them as engine sound via a membrane
into the A-pillar.

With the option of infusing the GTS cabin with the sound of a race car,
it's only fitting that interior appointments reinforce the car's
competitive DNA. The GTS comes with a full range of luxury and
high-performance appointments, including a standard sport steering wheel
with shift paddles and 18-way adjustable sport seats.

The 2013 Panamera GTS base MSRP will be $109,900 (excluding destination)
when it goes on--sale later in 2012.